St. Ambrose University

St. Ambrose University (SAU) is a private university with a residential campus located in Davenport, Iowa. Below are links to information you will find helpful as you consider and plan for transferring to St. Ambrose University.

Dual Admission


SAU offers a dual admission program in which you are immediately connected to a St. Ambrose advisor and can receive updates each semester from St. Ambrose regarding your progress.  Additional benefits include free admission to SAU home athletic and fine arts events plus access to the physical education center, the library and career development services.  When you apply for the SAU/ Dual Admission program prior to completing 30 credits toward your Associate's Degree, you will also be eligible for a $1,000 scholarship when you begin full-time studies at St. Ambrose.

How does the AA or AS degree from Eastern Iowa Community Colleges transfer to St. Ambrose University?


Students who transfer to St. Ambrose with an AA or AS Degree earned from Eastern Iowa Community Colleges will be admitted to SAU with junior status, provided the student has earned at minimum a 2.00 Grade Point Average (GPA).

What about an AAS Degree?


Students who have earned an AAS (Associate in Applied Science) Degree are able to transfer 60 hours to SAU's Bachelor in Applied Management Technology degree. For more information about this degree, see the current St. Ambrose University catalog.

Have questions?

If you have not yet registered for classes at one of our colleges, an admissions representative will be happy to answer your questions regarding transfer.

If you are a current student, contact your advisor or Academic Advising at your college:

  • Clinton: 563-244-7001
  • Muscatine: 563-288-6001
  • Scott: 563-441-4181

To speak to an SAU Admissions representative, contact:

Brandi Ahlers, Transfer Counselor new window
800-383-2627
563-333-6310

SAU Links

Transfer and Course Guides Available for St. Ambrose University